Solution Architect

Version 1
Summary
Join Version 1 as a Solution Architect and play a leading role in our capabilities program, driving strategy and benefiting from a dedicated career plan. Lead and oversee the architectural design of Java and PL/SQL based modernization projects, including cloud migration and legacy system transformation. Work closely with clients to assess their infrastructure and define strategic modernization plans. Develop and document solution architectures, providing clear roadmaps for migrating legacy systems. Collaborate with development teams to ensure designs are implemented with best practices. Provide leadership and mentorship to internal and client teams on modern application architecture and Java technologies. Guide and participate in proof-of-concept development, helping clients visualize the future state of their applications. Facilitate workshops and presentations for clients to build consensus on architectural decisions.
Requirements
- 5+ years prior experience as a Solution Architect or Technical Architect
- Prior experience as a hands on Java developer
- Intimate knowledge of architectural patterns and best practice
- Application Modernisation experience
- Strong technical and communication skills
- Comfortable working with senior stakeholders
Responsibilities
- Lead and oversee the architectural design of Java and PL/SQL based modernization projects, including cloud migration, microservices adoption, and legacy system transformation
- Work closely with clients to assess their current infrastructure, application portfolios, and pain points to define strategic modernization plans
- Develop and document solution architectures, providing clear roadmaps for the migration of legacy systems to new, scalable platforms
- Collaborate with development teams to ensure designs are implemented with best practices in coding, security, and performance
- Provide leadership and mentorship to both internal and client teams on best practices in modern application architecture, Java technologies, and system integration
- Guide and participate in proof-of-concept (PoC) development, helping clients visualize the future state of their applications
- Facilitate workshops, technical sessions, and presentations for clients to build consensus and ensure alignment on architectural decisions
Benefits
- Share in our success with our Quarterly Performance-Related Profit Share Scheme, where employees collectively benefit from a share of our company's profits
- Strong Career Progression & mentorship coaching through our Strength in Balance & Leadership schemes with a dedicated quarterly Pathways Career Development programme
- Flexible/remote working, Version 1 is tremendously understanding of life events and peopleโs individual circumstances and offer flexibility to help achieve a healthy work life balance
- Financial Wellbeing initiatives including; Pension, Private Healthcare Cover, Life Assurance, Financial advice and an Employee Discount scheme
- Employee Wellbeing schemes including Gym Discounts, Bike to Work, Fitness classes, Mindfulness Workshops, Employee Assistance Programme and much more
- Generous holiday allowance, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, marriage/civil partnership leave and special leave policies
- Educational assistance, incentivised certifications, and accreditations, including AWS, Microsoft, Oracle, and Red Hat
- Reward schemes including Version 1โs Annual Excellence Awards & โCall-Outโ platform
- Environment, Social and Community First initiatives allow you to get involved in local fundraising and development opportunities as part of fostering our diversity, inclusion and belonging schemes
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